London 2012 Olympics

As the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games approach, the eyes of the world are turning to the UK.

The Games offer a unique chance to invite people everywhere to take a fresh look at modern Britain. A Britain that we think is open, connected, dynamic and creative.

UK's winning Olympic bid

Find out more about our plans for the London 2012 Olympics

See Britain

How do you see Britain? We're building up a picture of what the UK looks like through your eyes

Game Changer: Britain Prepares

Watch our documentary film telling the inspiring story of how people across the UK are preparing for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games

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London 2012: latest news

1948 Olympics and Cold War online exhibition
15 May 2012, 14:06 GMT
The Foreign Office Historians have launched their latest online exhibition, which looks at the 1948 Olympics held in London and examines how the Cold War was played out at the Games.
Foreign Office Minister marks the lighting of the Olympic flame
10 May 2012, 09:02 GMT
Earlier this morning the Olympic Flame was lit by the rays of the sun in an hour long traditional ceremony at the Temple of Hera, in the Ancient Stadium in Olympia, where the first Ancient Olympic Games took place.
Minister greets Brazilians at successful School Games
9 May 2012, 16:54 GMT
The School Games are in full swing at the Olympic Park, and this morning Foreign Office Minister Jeremy Browne welcomed young Brazilian athletes and the Brazilian Deputy Ambassador to the stadium.